28th Nov 25 - 3rd Jan 26, credit: Kat Gollock
Hampshire has had another exciting year in 2025, with an array of large-scale events and festivals taking place but the year is not over yet. Home to a host of family fun events, and special anniversaries, you're sure to find plenty of exciting events to give you a reason to include Hampshire in your holiday plans. Look out for an array of events commemorating the 250th anniversary of Jane Austens birth whilst you discover the place she was born, lived and wrote six of her novels #JaneAusten250.
To find out what's on in Hampshire today or this weekend, explore our featured list below or use the 'what's on search box' above to narrow down your required date. Families on a budget can look out for the many free events (F) taking place, you'll also find plenty of fun activities for kids to do whether it's during the holidays or on a weekend break.
If you're travelling from outside the area for an event in Hampshire, there are numerous hotels and other accommodation options to suit your needs.
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The guide below shows our calendar of events in Hampshire. Whether you're looking for What's on this weekend or further ahead, whether you're local or visiting the area for the first time, find what's happening near you by clicking the 'Map View' button. Some of the events below are on the Isle of Wight, as it's easy to hop over on the hovercraft or ferry from Portsmouth or Lymington to the island.
Grab your calendar and start planning your next visit to Hampshire, here our top picks for events happening in the county. The guide below shows our calendar of events in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
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School Holidays
Portsmouth
This Halloween, prepare to step into Pumpkinville – a spellbinding world of magic, mischief and spine-tingling thrills. From 24th October - 2nd November, ApolloDomes will transform into a spooktacular Halloween adventure, featuring frightful and fun…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Weyhill, Andover
Prepare yourself and your little ones for a wickedly spook-tacular family evening this Halloween. You can enjoy some ghostly storytelling and marvel at our owls as they put on two beautiful flying displays against the backdrop of the Trust's moonlit…
Comedy
Winchester
This is not a musical. Milton Jones is tone deaf and has no sense of rhythm, but at least he doesn't make a song and dance about it.
He has more important things to discuss. Like giraffes… and there's a bit about tomatoes.
You might know him from…
Fireworks
Portsmouth
The Portsmouth Fireworks Display returns for 2025, with a spectacular event planned for Southsea Common.
Festival
Portsmouth
Portsmouth Comic Con returns to the Guildhall for 2026.
Christmas
Churchill Way West , Basingstoke
Under the warmth of the grand Christmas tree's glow, join the our silver band as they fill the air with traditional carols. Sing along with song sheets, with guidance from our professional singer, leading the festive chorus.
Enjoy an atmospheric,…
Comedy
Winchester
20 years in stand-up for the Taskmaster cheeky texts icon, multi-award-winner, YouTube cult figure, Radio 4 favourite and recently Baby Reindeer actor: Watson returns after seasons at the Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Edinburgh comedy festivals…
Christmas
Romsey
Hampshire's largest festive light trail returns this Christmas as the award-winning Light Up Sir Harold Hillier Gardens transforms the gardens into a glowing wonderland. From 27 November to 3 January, wander through illuminated woodlands, marvel at…
Free Event
Hillway Road, Bembridge
31 Days of Halloween at Whitecliff Bay
Get ready for a whole month of spooktacular fun with our 31 Days of Halloween at Away Resorts! From little monsters to the not-so-little, there's something for everyone.
Dive into pumpkin carving, potions…
Music
Winchester
Handshake Ltd
The Ultimate Eagles
Handshake Ltd are proud to present the world's premier Eagles show, The Ultimate Eagles.
Having performed to over 1,000,000 people worldwide, The Ultimate Eagles features a cast of internationally acclaimed…
Childrens Events
Fareham
Pizza & Milkshake Workshop
Saturday 25th October | 11am to 12.30pm
Come down to Parson's Collar and create your own pizza, add toppings of your choice and cook them in our very own pizza oven!
Create your own milkshake to eat alongside your pizza…
Christmas
Whiteley, Fareham
Sunday 30th November and Sunday 7th December
11am to 3pm
Join us and create a beautiful large moss based wreath with a range of decorations to suit all tastes and
full tuition throughout. Includes a two-course lunch and a glass of mulled wine on…
Music
Southampton
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A vibrant live music and storytelling event celebrating Southampton's rich and diverse jazz story – and the social history it reflects.
Southampton's Jazz Story brings together a specially assembled 12-piece house…
Fireworks
Southampton
Join us for an explosive evening of fun and excitement at the Southampton Family Fireworks Display! Get ready to ignite your senses with vibrant colours, booming sounds, and dazzling fireworks that will light up the night sky. Set in the picturesque…
Christmas
Alresford
Step aboard a steam train transformed into a dazzling spectacle of colour, music, and festive cheer! Steam Illuminations returns with a reimagined experience for 2025 – featuring immersive entertainment, enhanced light displays, and more onboard fun…
Theatre
Southampton
An Evening with Gordon Strachan - October 17th, 2025, at Central Hall Southampton, 7.30 pm.
Gordon Strachan stands as a legendary figure in the football world, both as a player and a manager. During his prolific playing career, he demonstrated his…
Christmas
Winchester
Glow Marwell is back! Explore Marwell in a whole new light.
Experience the magic on selected dates from Friday 28 November 2025 – Saturday 3 January 2026 (Thursday to Sunday until the school holidays, and then daily over the Christmas period)…
Special Events
Waterlooville
Join us round the fire in one of our historic buildings for an evening of yoga, relaxation, and personal growth in one of our monthly yoga classes.
Free Event
Portsmouth
Get your bag for life ready — there’s never been a more exciting time to shop the market.
Tour
Fareham
This massive Victorian fort still holds many secrets, come and explore its hidden depths with our expert guides and take the opportunity to see Fort Nelson from a different angle.
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